As Bihar heads to poll later this year,  the  Nitish Kumar government on Wednesday announced an increase in incentive amount for ASHA workers -- from Rs 1,000 to Rs 3,000. Additionally Mamta workers will receive an increased amount of Rs 600 per delivery from previous Rs 300

Earlier on July 26, the Bihar Chief Minister announced a hike in the monthly pension of journalists under the 'Bihar 'Patrakaar Samman Pension Scheme'. The eligible journalists will now get Rs 15,000 per month, a significant hike from Rs 6000 earlier.

Besides, in case of the death of the journalist availing the pension under the scheme, the wife of the deceased will be entitled to Rs 1000 per month lifetime pension. Such women used to get Rs 3000 per month earlier.

"Since the formation of the government in November 2005, we have worked extensively to improve health services. ASHA and Mamta workers have played a significant role in enhancing health services in rural areas. Keeping this in mind and honoring the important contribution of ASHA and Mamta workers in strengthening health services in rural areas, a decision has been made to increase their honorarium," read a tweet by the CM Nitish Kumar.

ASHA workers will now be provided with an incentive amount of Rs 3,000 instead of Rs 1,000. Similarly, Mamta workers will be provided with an incentive amount of Rs 600 per delivery instead of Rs 300, which will further boost their morale and strengthen health services in rural areas," the Chief Minister added.

Source: Moneycontrol